Submit a 6-7 page introduction to your research area, including an in-depth bibliography that will serve as the backdrop for the thesis review of related literature, to the committee.

Submit your presentation topic to the Area for approval.

Written Exams

3 papers are written over a two-month period, typically from the start of the semester. Questions are based on your research bibliography, general discipline bibliographies provided by the Area, and your background (including seminars taken at McGill). Papers 1 and 2 are 15 pages, double-spaced.